UWOSA is pleased to announce that the Stewards Council has appointed Jennifer Heidenheim as Vice President. Jennifer will serve the remainder of this term until April 30, 2022. Jen has... read more →
The Membership, Newsletter and Social (MNS) Committee is pleased to share our new Bulletin featuring highlights from our new collective agreement. Click here to check it out!
Dear Fellow UWOSA Member, As per our Constitution and Bylaws, Bylaw 6.3.1, the Elections Committee is responsible: To choose a Chairperson at its first meeting;To secure the nomination of at... read more →
Want to do some yoga? Listen to some live music? Walk the track? Head down to TD Stadium for a series of events offered by Western Wellness! View flyer for... read more →
Western University’s Board of Governors ratified the UWOSA Collective Agreement at the September 21, 2021 meeting. Each current UWOSA member will receive a hard copy of the new UWOSA Collective... read more →
Dear UWOSA Members, Tiffany Trudgeon resigned from the Vice President position in August 2021. We thank Tiffany for her contributions over the past year and a half, especially as Chair... read more →
Thank you to all our members who have reached out to the UWOSA office with questions regarding Western's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. In hopes to provide UWOSA members with greater understanding... read more →
UWOSA Members Vote YES to Ratify Tentative Collective Agreement Thank you for attending the general information meeting for the purpose of ratification, and for taking the time to cast your... read more →
Hello Everyone, Thank you for your interest in our tentative Collective Agreement. Voting to ratify the tentative Collective Agreement will close at the end of today, Thursday, August 26th. All... read more →
Hello Everyone, Thank you for your interest in our tentative Collective Agreement. Voting to ratify the tentative Collective Agreement will begin today, Wednesday, August 25th. All active UWOSA members (who... read more →
Hello Everyone, Thank you for your interest in our tentative Collective Agreement. Voting to ratify the tentative Collective Agreement will begin on Wednesday, August 25th. All active UWOSA members (who... read more →
Please review the Agenda and Zoom Information for our Ratification Information Meeting on Monday August 23, 2021.
Please review the Agenda and Zoom Information for our Ratification Information Meeting on Monday August 23, 2021.
Please review the Agenda and Zoom Information for our Ratification Information Meeting on Monday August 23, 2021.
Western is hosting free treats/BBQ events on campus to welcome community members back. Below are the details. Tuesday Aug 17, August 24, August 31 - Concrete Beach 8:30-11 a.m. Donut... read more →
Please review the Agenda and Zoom Information for our Ratification Information Meeting on Monday August 23, 2021.
The Membership, Newsletter and Social (MNS) Committee is pleased to share our new bulletin "Collective Bargaining: In the Know - Ratification". Click here to check it out!
Negotiations Update August 6, 2021 On August 5, 2021, our Union’s Negotiations Team has reached a tentative Collective Agreement with Western’s Administration. According to our Constitution and Bylaws 16.2.2, “An... read more →
UWOSA has filed for a No Board Report with the Ministry of Labour on July 28, 2021. To learn more please CLICK HERE
Negotiations Update July 23, 2021 The UWOSA Negotiations Team continues to put forth our best efforts to reach a fair and equitable Collective Agreement for all UWOSA Members. As of... read more →
Please view our July 16, 2021 Collective Bargaining Update
Offer expires Aug 31, 2021
UWOSA members are invited to shop at the Columbia Sportswear warehouse July 9 - August 1, 2021. Bring your invitation flyer and a form of ID as outlined below with... read more →
UWOSA has filed for Conciliation with the Ministry of Labour on June 30, 2021. To learn more please CLICK HERE
Further to the latest June 11, 2021 Coronavirus website update to the campus community: https://www.uwo.ca/coronavirus/updates/june11-2021.html As the campus community now prepares for a full return to in-person classes this fall,... read more →
The Membership, Newsletter and Social (MNS) Committee is pleased to share our new bulletin "Collective Bargaining: In the Know - Understanding the Collective Bargaining Process". Click here to check it... read more →
Thank-you to all members who sent in their Virtual Scavenger Hunt form! We had a fantastic response, and the feedback we received will be very useful as we continue to... read more →
Check out the June 2021 Living Well@Western bulletin
Complete the UWOSA virtual scavenger hunt by May 31/21 for a chance to win a $25 Starbucks e-gift card! The list of questions is on the last page of the... read more →
The Membership, Newsletter and Social (MNS) Committee has put together an info sheet about the UWOSA website and an online scavenger hunt for our May bulletin. Click here to check... read more →
The Membership, Newsletter and Social (MNS) Committee is pleased to share our new Member Bulletin featuring steward Alex Bilyea-Grundy and the Strike Preparedness Committee. Click here to check it out!
Link and Waiting Room open at 11:30 am* AGENDA Land Acknowledgement Statement 1. Approval of the Agenda 2. Approval of the Minutes: General Meeting held December 15, 2020** 3. Business... read more →
Peter KatzWholehearted Living: Stories and Songs You are invited to attend a special event featuring Peter Katz. Peter is not only a Juno-nominated singer-songwriter but is also a gifted raconteur.... read more →
Link and Waiting Room open at 11:30 am* AGENDA Land Acknowledgement Statement 1. Approval of the Agenda 2. Approval of the Minutes: General Meeting held December 15, 2020** 3. Business... read more →
Negotiations are on the horizon as June 30, 2021 marks the expiry of our current Collective Agreement. The Negotiations Committee/Team have been working hard preparing for the upcoming round of... read more →
To all UWOSA members, Save the date! The UWOSA Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday April 7th, 2021, from 12:00-2:00 pm via UWOSA's Zoom Account. Please review the... read more →
Our Union's Spring newsletter is now available in the Member Area of our website.
UWOSA members are invited to shop at the Columbia Sportswear warehouse March 12 - April 5, 2021. Bring your UWOSA ID card and invitation flyer with you
Negotiations are on the horizon as June 30, 2021 marks the expiry of our current Collective Agreement. The Negotiations Committee/Team have been working hard preparing for the upcoming round of... read more →
Article 44 - Job Evaluation – Year 3 Triennial Review Please refer to our Collective Agreement Article 44.03 and Schedule B UWOSA Employees within the following Units are required to... read more →
The Membership, Newsletter and Social (MNS) Committee is pleased to announce our new Member Bulletin! Our first issue is a Steward spotlight and Committee feature, introducing Rob Harbottle and the... read more →
Dear UWOSA Members, The University has acknowledged that most of our members have been required to work remotely in 2020 and that as a result, additional expenditures have been incurred... read more →
The election for Western's Board of Governors is currently taking place online. Ballots may be cast until 8PM on Wednesday, February 10th by visiting https://westernuniversitysecretariat.simplyvoting.com/. In deciding who to vote... read more →
Western’s New Strategic Plan: What are your thoughts about Western’s future direction? You will have an opportunity to share your ideas for the new Strategic Plan at a virtual consultation... read more →
Dear UWOSA Members,Karen McDonald has submitted her notice to retire from Western and as a result, has also submitted her notice to resign as our Treasurer on January 25, 2021.... read more →
Dear Fellow UWOSA member, Thank you for those who reached out to the office concerning family obligations and work responsibilities during the current province-wide lockdown. UWOSA has been advised by... read more →
2020 has been a year of great change and challenge. UWOSA members have once again shown their strength, resilience and perseverance to overcome and succeed, even in the toughest of... read more →
Thank you everyone for your patience and flexibility regarding UWOSA’s first virtual General Meeting held on December 15th. Despite some technical difficulties, we were able to persevere and do our... read more →
Link and Waiting Room open at 11:30 am AGENDA Land Acknowledgement Statement 1. Approval of the Agenda 2. Approval of the Minutes: General Meeting held December 18, 2019** 3. Business... read more →
Link and Waiting Room open at 11:30 am AGENDA Land Acknowledgement Statement 1. Approval of the Agenda 2. Approval of the Minutes: General Meeting held December 18, 2019** 3. Business... read more →
Usually around this time of year the UWOSA Membership, Newsletter, and Social (MNS) Committee chooses a local charity for our annual Holiday Charity Drive, and encourages members to bring their... read more →
Message from the Negotiations Committee November 30, 2020 Dear UWOSA Member, A friendly reminder, if you have not completed the 2020 UWOSA Membership Survey please do so as soon as... read more →
Message from the Negotiations Committee November 10, 2020 Dear UWOSA Member, The final year of our current Collective Agreement has arrived, and our Negotiations Committee requests your input to form... read more →
Our annual Holiday Sale starts TOMORROW, Friday, November 6th. Receive 20% off select doorbusters, 10% off everything else plus a chance to win $50 Columbia Gift Card in one of... read more →
Have you ever been asked to demonstrate your computer skills as part of the interview process? Then you are probably familiar with ProveIt software. Western's Human Resources unit has notified... read more →
To all UWOSA members, Save the date! The UWOSA General Meeting will be held on Tuesday December 15th from 12:00-2:00 pm via UWOSA's Zoom Account. Please review the UWOSA Videoconferencing... read more →
To accommodate the holiday traffic, the store is being temporarily relocated to a larger location within the building. This new space will offer 30,000 sq ft of retail space, allowing... read more →
With the holiday season right around the corner, now is a great time to get a jump on your holiday shopping list! PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS WILL BE THE LAST... read more →
Our Union's Fall newsletter is now available in the Member Area of our website.
Dear Fellow UWOSA Member, As per our Constitution and Bylaws, 6.2.1, the Negotiations Committee is responsible for: Collecting information at local, Provincial and Federal levels pertinent to University salaries and... read more →
Bushido Boxing is extending UWOSA members a special offer for a 1 yearmembership at Bushido Boxing (www.bushidoboxing.ca) located at 30Adelaide street N here in London Ontario at a discount of... read more →
The Columbia Sportswear Employee Store is now open and running their "End of Season Sale" - a great time to gear up for all your summer adventures! Columbia Sportswear Invitation... read more →
Our Union's Summer newsletter is now available in the Member Area of our website.
Dear Fellow UWOSA Members, Our Collective Agreement is still in full force during this pandemic. As of June 1, the University continues to change the landscape of UWOSA work, and... read more →
Dear Fellow UWOSA Members, As incoming President, I am proud and honoured by the opportunity to lead us through this period of change and uncertainty. I am committed to proudly... read more →
Celebrate with us! Union Savings is celebrating its 30th Anniversary of providing discounts and cost-savings services to over 120 unions and almost 2 million union members across Canada! We are... read more →
Our Union's Spring newsletter is now available in the Member Area of our website.
Dear Fellow UWOSA Members, As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) persists to keep us apart and most of us away from working on Western’s campus, I wanted to provide a brief update... read more →
Dear Fellow UWOSA member, First and foremost, a big thank you to all UWOSA members for proving how resilient we are and how we are working together to rise above... read more →
Our Fellow UWOSA Members, Based on Doug Ford’s provincial order https://news.ontario.ca/opo/en/2020/03/ontario-orders-the-mandatory-closure-of-all-non-essential-workplaces-to-fight-spread-of-covid-19.html and President Shepard’s announcement on the Western website https://www.uwo.ca/coronavirus/updates/latest.html, to move to an essential services model, the UWOSA office... read more →
Dear Fellow UWOSA member, The UWOSA office and our Executive Officers continue to stay in regular contact with you, our members. We will support members primarily through email and phone... read more →
Dear Fellow UWOSA member, Information about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is rapidly changing and the last two days have been no exception. Our Employer, Western University, is responding based on... read more →
Dear Fellow UWOSA member, Over the past two days we may have experienced an increase of uncertainty, fear, and anxiety regarding the rapidly changing information about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)... read more →
Dear Members, The Elections Committee would like to encourage all members to consider acting as a UWOSA representative on one of the following joint UWO/UWOSA Committees: Employee Assistance Program: The... read more →
We have been informed that Columbia Sportswear stores in North America will be closed until Friday, March 27th, pending further information and developments around Covid-19. Columbia Sportswear Invitation! March 6... read more →
Following are the officers acclaimed for the 2020 -2022 electoral year: Executive President: Nikki Grozelle Vice-President: Tiffany Trudgeon Chief Steward: Meg Perinpanayagam Membership Services Officer: Jennifer Heidenheim Secretary: James Taron... read more →
The UWOSA Office (UCC 255) has been completely renovated, and we have moved back in effective January 30, 2020. Please stop by our Open House on Tuesday, February 18 from... read more →
The UWOSA Office (UCC 255) has been completely renovated, and we have moved back in effective January 30, 2020. We are planning an Open House in February - stay tuned... read more →
Dear Members, Just a reminder that the deadline for Nomination Forms is due this Friday January 31, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. c/o Elections Chair, UWOSA, UCC 255. No late nominations... read more →
You are invited: Annual UWOSA Winter Luncheon Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Time: Noon to 1:00 p.m. or 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Location: Great Hall, Somerville House How to Pick... read more →
Dear Members, I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break. This is a reminder that all the information for this year's elections can be found on the UWOSA website in... read more →
UWOSA members are invited to shop at the Columbia Sportswear warehouse December 6-29, 2019. Bring your UWOSA ID card and invitation flyer with you
Winter 2019
UWOSA General Meeting: December 18, 2019 THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO STAFF ASSOCIATION NOTICE OF GENERAL MEETING Wednesday, December 18, 2019 Middlesex College, Room 110 12:00 to 2:00 pm AGENDA... read more →
UWOFA-LA Negotiations Update Dear Fellow UWOSA Member, The University of Western Ontario Faculty Association – Librarians and Archivists (UWOFA-LA) rejected the tentative agreement reached on October 7th with the Employer. ... read more →
UWOFA-LA Negotiations Update Dear Fellow UWOSA Member, The University of Western Ontario Faculty Association – Librarians and Archivists (UWOFA-LA) will be in a legal strike position on Tuesday, October 8... read more →
UWOSA Office Begins Renovation on October 1, 2019 Dear Members, After much waiting we are pleased to announce that the current UWOSA office located at 255 UCC is on the... read more →
Dear UWOSA Members, Natalie Samuel resigned from the Vice President position in August 2019. We thank Natalie for her contributions over the past two years. This leaves a vacancy on... read more →
Last chance for special offers on the 2019 season! B zone seats for just $45; book an aisle seat for just $5 extra per seat!
UWOSA members are invited to shop at the Columbia Sportswear warehouse September 6-29, 2019. Bring your UWOSA ID card and invitation flyer with you.
The Executive Committee has accepted the resignation of Natalie Samuel in her role as Vice President as per the UWOSA Constitution 7.13. Natalie’s last day in the UWOSA office will... read more →
Summer 2019 News!
To login to the new website you must first setup a new password by clicking on this link and entering your email address. https://www.uwosa.ca/uwosalogin/?action=lostpassword (Remember you must use your email... read more →
UWOSA is invited to shop at our Columbia Sportswear Company Employee Store from June 7th - 30th 2019. WHAT YOU GET ACCESS TO: EMPLOYEE pricing (typically 40-50% off regular retail pricing Columbia Employee Store) Access... read more →
Please refer to our Collective Agreement Article 44.03 (page 90) and Schedule B (page 187) The Triennial Review process is outlined within 44.03 of our Collective Agreement and states that... read more →
New and Improved UWOSA Website Launches on Monday June 10, 2019 Brydges Design has completed the re-design of the UWOSA website, the Stewards beta-tested, and it will be live on Monday,... read more →
UWOSA Spring 2019 Newsletter - Now Available Check out UWOSA's 2019 Spring Newsletter edition by logging into the UWOSA Website Members Area > Newsletters
The Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, from Noon until 2:00 p.m. in Room 2050 Social Sciences Center. Please bring your Western ID card to gain... read more →
UWOSA is invited to shop at our Columbia Sportswear Company Employee Store from March 8 - 31 2019. WHAT YOU GET ACCESS TO: EMPLOYEE pricing (typically 40-50% off regular retail pricing Columbia Employee Store) Access... read more →
REMINDER Join UWOSA for our Annual Winter Luncheon You are invited: Annual UWOSA Winter Luncheon (formerly known as Valentine's Day Lunch) Date: Wednesday, February 13, 2019 Time: Noon to 1:00 p.m.... read more →
Wednesday, February 13, 2019 Join UWOSA for our Annual Winter Luncheon You are invited: Annual UWOSA Winter Luncheon (formerly known as Valentine's Day Lunch) Date: Wednesday, February 13, 2019 Time: Noon... read more →
Receive 10% off of a Hybrid Fitness membership Dear Fellow UWOSA Member, Hybrid Fitness (http://hybridfitness.ca/) is offering a 10% discount on monthly membership fees to UWOSA members. To register for... read more →
REMINDER - General Meeting December 11, 2018 Do you wonder where your union dues go? Would you like to meet your union executive and stewards? Would you like to learn... read more →
The General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 11, 2018, from Noon until 2:00 p.m. in Room 110 Middlesex College. Please bring your Western ID card to gain admittance to... read more →
Dear Fellow UWOSA Member, The University of Western Ontario Faculty Association (UWOFA) will be in a legal strike position on Friday, November 9, 2018 at 12:01 a.m. This does not... read more →
Dear Fellow UWOSA Member, The UWOSA office has received several questions regarding the Faculty Association (UWOFA) in the event that there is a strike or a lock out. UWOFA has... read more →
Jane Bai has taken a secondment outside of UWOSA for 12 months, beginning September 18, 2018. As per our UWOSA Constitution, 7.11 (a), the union can backfill the position of... read more →
Columbia Store Fall Invitation Now Available UWOSA is invited to shop at our Columbia Sportswear Company Employee Store from September 14 to October 7. WHAT YOU GET ACCESS TO:?? EMPLOYEE pricing (typically 40-60% off... read more →
Call for Committee Members: Ad Hoc Association Employee Review Committee UWOSA is looking for three members to join the Ad Hoc Association Employee Review Committee to assess the needs of... read more →
Check out UWOSA's Summer Newsletter edition by logging into the UWOSA Website ---Member Area --- UWOSA Newsletters Stratford Festival Savings – book by August 6 Visit the Member Area – Stratford Festival Savings for more details.
Great Wolf Lodge UWOSA Group Getaway Update - July 6,2018 Thank you to those who took advantage of the UWOSA group discount. The July group rate is confirmed. Enjoy beating... read more →
Great Wolf Lodge UPDATE This is an update that the deadline to book the July UWOSA Great Wolf Lodge discount rate is July 2, 2018. Minimum room bookings to receive this great group rate... read more →
Great Wolf Lodge UPDATE This is an update that the deadline to book the July UWOSA Great Wolf Lodge discount rate is July 2, 2018. Minimum room bookings to receive this great group rate... read more →
Fellow UWOSA Members, **UPDATE: Due to lack of interest the July 11, website consultation session has been cancelled. Over the past several months the UWOSA Ad Hoc Communications Committee has... read more →
Collective Agreement Distribution Human Resources has notified UWOSA that they have distributed the new Collective Agreement. If you have not received your Collective Agreement please check with your manager/supervisor first.... read more →
JES2013 Update It has been a long process, but we are nearing the end of the JES2013 Implementation. We thank you for your patience and understanding of the nuances of... read more →
The Annual General meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm in the McKellar Room, 2nd floor, UCC (next to The Wave). Please bring... read more →
Dear Fellow UWOSA Member, The UWOSA office has received several questions this past week regarding the Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs), PSAC Local 610 in the event that there is a... read more →
UWO/UWOSA Joint Committee Representation: Call for Elections Dear Members, The Elections Committee would like to encourage all members to consider acting as a UWOSA representative on one of the following... read more →
London Knights Game There are currently no available UWOSA London Knights Ticket Discounts HOW TO BOOK YOUR BUDWEISER GARDEN TICKETS: 1. QUOTE PROMO CODE: 2. Select Your Ticket Purchase Method: Online: https://www.budweisergardens.com/ On the... read more →
Thank you all for your support. We do not currently have a scheduled date for another "Dinner at Our House". If you wish to participate please contact Jen Heidenheim, Membership Services... read more →
Columbia Sportswear UWOSA Invitation (Friday September 14 - October 7) UWOSA and their guests are invited to shop at our Employee Store from Friday, September 14 – Sunday, October 7. Details... read more →
Below is a selection of exciting upcoming Family Events: October 2018 Jann Arden - Dinner & Show NEW October 10, 2018 To Learn more Click HERE Monster Jam 2018 NEW October 27, 2018... read more →
February 2019 UWOSA Great Wolf Lodge Get Away UWOSA Membership Newsletter & Social (MNS) Committee is excited to offer our members a Group Discount Rate for Great Wolf Lodge for... read more →
Stratford Festival SPECIAL SAVINGS A, B and C seating zone tickets Only $34 for plays, $39 for musicals on spring performances Book by August 6 for Spring Savings! See Flyer for more details
